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EquMet, Clenafin See Generic Entry in June Listing
The first generic versions of Novartis’ diabetes med EquMet (vildagliptin + metformin) and Kaken Pharmaceutical’s onychomycosis drug Clenafin (efinaconazole) will join the NHI price list on June 13 in the latest round of biannual generic listing, according to the official…
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